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What is the purpose of Federalist 51?
What is the purpose of Federalist 51?
Federalist 51 addresses how checks and balances can be created in government and also advocates a separation of powers within the national government.
What question does Madison ask in his first argument? How does he answer it?
What question does Madison ask in his first argument? How does he answer it?
What method should we use, then, to maintain the necessary partition of power between the different branches as laid down in the Constitution? Must have 3 branches.
What are the ways Madison says would exist to protect the 'separate and distinct exercise of the different powers of government'?
What are the ways Madison says would exist to protect the 'separate and distinct exercise of the different powers of government'?
Each branch has its own abilities and responsibilities in government. Each branch should not be able to appoint members of other branches.
What does Madison say is one remedy to ensure that the legislative branch does not abuse its power?
What does Madison say is one remedy to ensure that the legislative branch does not abuse its power?
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What is a compound republic? What is this double security?
What is a compound republic? What is this double security?
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What lines in Federalist 51 echo Hobbes' words in Leviathan?
What lines in Federalist 51 echo Hobbes' words in Leviathan?
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According to Federalist 51, what specifically must be protected equally?
According to Federalist 51, what specifically must be protected equally?
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Why is a federal form of government necessary to defend an established republic?
Why is a federal form of government necessary to defend an established republic?
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Study Notes
Purpose of Federalist No. 51
- Addresses the establishment of checks and balances in government.
- Advocates for separation of powers among the national government's branches.
Madison's First Argument
- Poses the question: "What method should we use to maintain the necessary partition of power between the different branches?"
- Concludes that a system with three distinct branches is essential.
Protection of Distinct Powers
- Each governmental branch has unique abilities and responsibilities.
- Appointment of members across branches is prohibited to maintain independence.
Remedy for Legislative Power Abuse
- Suggests dividing the legislative branch into two groups to prevent abuse of power.
- Each group would have distinct methods of election and representation.
Concept of Compound Republic
- Defines a compound republic as power divided between state and federal governments that further break down into separate branches.
- Establishes a system where government branches ensure mutual control (double security).
Echoes of Hobbes in Federalist 51
- Emphasizes the notion that humans are inherently flawed by referencing Hobbes' belief.
- Argues that if men were angels, government wouldn't be necessary.
Protection of Rights
- Stresses the equal protection of civil and religious rights.
Necessity of Federal Government
- Highlights that a federal system is essential for defending an established republic.
- Ensures power-sharing between national and state governments, facilitated by state representation in the national government.
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Explore key concepts and arguments from Federalist No. 51 through these flashcards. Understand the importance of checks and balances and the separation of powers as advocated by Madison. Test your knowledge on the foundational principles of U.S. government.
